Chancellor to offer support over rising heating oil costs
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

Rachel Reeves says the Treasury is also looking at "different options" to help households most vulnerable to soaring energy bills.

Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.

Ethics adviser rejects Tory call for inquiry into PM over Mandelson appointment
Posted on Friday March 13, 2026

Sir Laurie Magnus said the relevant process appeared to have been followed when Lord Mandelson was made ambassador.

'We're not profiteering on fuel. But my staff still face abuse'
Posted on Friday March 13, 2026

Independent retailer Goran Raven says the higher oil price is "horrific" for him as well as his customers.

Doomed hereditary peers spy chance to stay in the Lords
Posted on Saturday March 14, 2026

The Tories are deciding which hereditary peers to keep after being offered 15 seats in a compromise deal.